Krabi Ocean Guardians - Thailand
Our flagship project in Krabi is turning the tide on ocean pollution.
of ocean and ocean-bound plastic were collected in 2024
local collectors in 2024
What we do
In 2024 alone, Second Life collected and recycled over 795 metric tons of ocean plastic waste. Through efficient sorting, baling, and resale of materials both locally and internationally, this project marks our most significant impact to date in reducing plastic pollution and advancing a truly circular economy. This achievement is made possible by the active participation of more than 850 registered local collectors who drive the Second Life program across Krabi.
Where you can find us
We operate across the coastal communities and surrounding islands of Krabi province, including Koh Lanta, Koh Pu, Koh Jum, Koh Klang, Koh Rok, and Koh Sriboya. If you’re spending your holidays in the region, you might spot our Second Life collectors in their blue shirts, actively working to preserve the area’s beautiful beaches.
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Why recycle plastic ?
Recycling plastic helps reduce ocean pollution, conserve natural resources, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. By recycling, we prevent plastics from ending up in landfills or waterways, support a circular economy, and protect marine wildlife from plastic ingestion and entanglement.
How does plastic end up in the ocean?
Plastic reaches the ocean through stormwater runoff, rivers, illegal dumping, and poorly managed landfills. Lightweight plastic items like bags, straws, and packaging materials can travel long distances from urban areas to waterways, eventually polluting marine environments.
How many tons of plastic are in the ocean?
It’s estimated that there are more than 170 trillion plastic particles, weighing over 2 million tons, floating in the world’s oceans. This number continues to grow due to poor waste management, increased plastic production, and lack of global recycling infrastructure.
How much plastic ends up in the oceans ?
Each year, over 11 million metric tons of plastic waste enter the oceans, according to environmental studies. This figure is projected to triple by 2040 if significant changes aren’t made. Ocean plastic pollution harms marine life, disrupts ecosystems, and contributes to the global climate crisis.
Giving a second life to plastic waste
